Lauren O'Connell

Lauren O'Connell, a biologist and professor at Stanford, dives into the fascinating world of poisonous frogs, revealing how these creatures exhibit complex parenting behaviors. She explains how tadpoles recognize their mothers through smell and perform a 'begging dance' when hungry. O'Connell also discusses the protein frogs produce, which protects them from their own toxins and has implications for treating human overdoses. This intriguing conversation bridges the gap between animal bonding and potential medical innovations.